Trade Marketing Assistant

Scholastic • New York, NY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant, Trade Advertising supports the planning, execution, and optimization of paid media campaigns across multiple marketing teams. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is data-driven, proactive in problem-solving, and eager to contribute ideas that improve campaign performance and operational efficiency. For over 100 years, Scholastic has connected children to stories that ignite imagination, inspire curiosity, and build a lifelong love of reading. As the world’s largest publisher and distributor of children’s books, Scholastic champions authors and illustrators who shape culture, expand empathy, and celebrate the power of storytelling. Within this mission, the Trade division brings award-winning and bestselling books to young readers everywhere through strategic publishing, marketing, and distribution.

Requirements

• Strong time management skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative working style.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace tools, particularly Google Sheets and Drive.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in advertising, marketing, media planning, or publishing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduling and setup of Amazon Marketing Services (AMS) campaigns
• Maintain organized documentation using Google Drive, spreadsheets, and Airtable
• Track campaign timelines to confirm launches occur as planned, proactively flagging risks or delays and helping implement solutions.
• Ensure accuracy for seasonal advertising grids for each marketing team, translating marketing plans into clear placement schedules that outline vendors, formats, timing, and key campaign details.
• Research new advertising vendors and partners aligned with target audiences, campaign objectives, and brand strategy.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure all advertising deliverables are received accurately and on time
• Provide general administrative and project coordination assistance to ensure smooth execution of advertising initiatives and marketing support.

Benefits

• Full suite of health and wellness benefits (including a $0 deductible Medical Plan)
• Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) with options for both Roth and Traditional Contributions
• Tuition-Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Generous Parental Leave Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity for discounted stock at a 15% discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed